After conducting a case study of a child who had been the victim of bullying in school, you realize that others might be able to determine the identity of the research subject (the child) You decide to publish the results anyway because you have the guardian's permission and you doubt that anyone will read your article. The potential ethical violation here is:

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The potential ethical violation in this situation is a breach of privacy. Although the researcher has obtained permission from the guardian to publish the results, they have not taken adequate measures to ensure that the child's identity is protected. By publishing the results without sufficient safeguards in place, the researcher risks revealing the child's identity and exposing them to potential harm or stigma. It is important to prioritize the privacy and confidentiality of all research subjects, regardless of the perceived risk of exposure. Therefore, the best choice would be A) ensure privacy.

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